Bawani Khera/Hisar/Panchkula (Haryana), Sep 30 (UNI) In a veiled attack on Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday said that the “accidental Hindu” raised in Roman culture cannot accept the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.
While campaigning for the BJP ahead of Haryana Assembly elections on October 5, the UP CM said, “The 500-year-long wait has ended and on January 22, 2024, Lord Shri Ramlala was enthroned in Ayodhya Dham by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. While the nation and the world celebrate the historic event, the unfortunate Congress, shedding crocodile tears, cannot stand this joy. This highlights the contrast between Ram’s culture and Roman culture.”
He said, “A person nurtured in Ram’s culture has fought relentlessly for 500 years to uphold the honour of Lord Shri Ram. But, the unfortunate ‘accidental Hindu’ raised in Roman culture could not bear the sight of the enthronement of Lord Ram in Ayodhya Dham. Accidental Hindus can never truly be honest to the country and its people. Ram symbolises India. ‘Jo Ram ka nahi, woh hamare kisi kaam ka nahi’ (Those who do not belong to Ram are of no use to us).”
Yogi held four public meetings in Haryana urging voters to support Kapoor Valmiki from Bawani Khera, Vinod Bhayana from Hansi, Captain Abhimanyu from Narnaund, Ramkumar Gautam from Safidon, Gyanchand Gupta from Panchkula and Shaktirani Sharma from Kalka.
Continuing his attack on Rahul Gandhi, he said, “Those who claim there was singing and dancing at the inauguration of the Ayodhya Ram temple should remember that their family has been dancing and singing all their lives.”
The UP CM said that Congress, by insulting Hindus, criticising Sanatan culture and undermining constitutional institutions abroad, calls into question its own credibility.
He said, “In 1526, the structure of slavery was erected by demolishing the Ram temple. The Mughals and the British sought to erase every trace of Hindu religion and culture. Unfortunately, even the first government of independent India did not allow the nation to stand with pride. In 2014, Narendra Modi became Prime Minister. In 2017, the BJP formed the government in UP. Once the double-engine government gained momentum, the 500-year-old problem was resolved in just two years. While 140 crore Indians are rejoicing, Congress is distressed by this development.”
While congratulating the people of the Bawani Khera assembly, Yogi said that the people here understand that if Congress comes to power, they will betray the country. He accused Congress of focusing on filling their own coffers rather than pursuing development.
He also accused the party of neglecting the welfare of the poor. In contrast, he praised the significant development in Haryana under the ‘double engine’ government.
The CM highlighted the difference in approach, pointing out that Congress had stated that Muslims have the first right to the country’s resources, whereas Prime Minister Modi asserts that the first right belongs to the poor, marginalised, Dalits and the backward sections of society.
He said, “Under PM Modi’s leadership, India is emerging as a major power in the world. While 80 crore people in India are receiving free rations due to the pandemic, Pakistan is moving around in the world with a begging bowl in its hand.”
Yogi said that while PM Modi is focused on building the nation, Congress which ruled for 60 to 65 years, has repeatedly seized opportunities to loot the country, sending money to Swiss banks and other foreign locations.
He said, “During the pandemic, while Bharatiya Janata Party workers followed the mantra of ‘Seva hi Sangathan’ at the call of PM Modi and national president JP Nadda, Rahul Gandhi was nowhere to be seen.
The CM asserted that when the Ram temple was constructed in Ayodhya under PM Modi’s leadership, Article 370 was also abrogated. He said that despite Baba Saheb Bhim Rao Ambedkar’s opposition, Congress included Article 370 in the Constitution to maintain relations with Kashmir, ultimately leading to the rise of terrorism in the country.
He further accused Congress of fostering a divisive environment among Hindus, leading to internal conflicts within the community.
Yogi said that in the past, UP experienced riots every few days due to ‘unfortunate individuals’. “However, for the last seven and a half years, the rioters are either in ‘jail’ or in ‘hell’,” he said.
He emphasised that there are now no curfews or riots in UP. asserting that the situation has stabilised.
He criticised Congress for providing refuge to notorious mafias in UP, claiming they had business partnerships with them. He alleged that the mining, animal, forest, and land mafias were aligned with Congress, urging the public to keep the party away from power.
Describing Haryana as ‘Veerbhoomi’, the CM said, “The hard work of the farmers here to feed the country is commendable. The soldiers from Haryana who protect the border give Pakistan a tough time.”
He said that Mahatma Gandhi believed the foundation of good governance in India could only be ‘Ram Rajya’. “Congress is the problem and BJP is the solution. Congress is the mother of terrorism, extremism and corruption in the country. Those who talk about Rome and Italy should go there; why do they seek votes in Haryana, Hansi, and Hisar?” he said.
Yogi alleged that Congress does not believe in Lord Ram and Lord Krishna. He claimed that they advocate for land only for the Waqf Board, not for Ram and Krishna.
He emphasised the need for a strong and powerful government to ensure effective and honest governance. As elections approach, he said that Congress’s morale is declining as they realize their chances of success in Haryana are slim.
